The baby name Gustav is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced English: GUS-tav (IPA: /ˈɡʌstəv/ or /ˈɡʌstæv/); Swedish: /ˈɡɵsˌtɑːv/.
Gustav is Norse, Scandinavian in Origin.
The baby name Gustav is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced English: GUS-tav (IPA: /ˈɡʌstəv/ or /ˈɡʌstæv/); Swedish: /ˈɡɵsˌtɑːv/.
Gustav is Norse, Scandinavian in Origin.
Gustav is a Scandinavian given name, from Old Swedish Gustaf/Gustav, likely built on Old Norse elements Gautr (Geat/Goth) + stafr (staff). The usual sense is “staff/support of the Goths,” sometimes broadened to “royal staff.” Its Latinized form Gustavus underpins Romance variants like Gustavo (Spanish/Portuguese/Italian) and the French Gustave; other forms include Gustaf (traditional Swedish court spelling), Gösta (Swedish diminutive turned standalone), Gustaw (Polish), and Gústáv (Slovak). Common nicknames are Gus and, in Sweden, Gösta.
The name’s stature was cemented by Swedish monarchs - Gustav I Vasa and Gustav II Adolf (Gustavus Adolphus) - which propelled its spread across Northern and Central Europe. It flourished in the 19th century, borne by figures such as Gustav Mahler and Gustav Klimt. Today it remains steady in Scandinavia and German-speaking countries, while English-speaking parents often prefer the approachable short form Gus.
| Gustav I of Sweden Gustav I of Sweden was a pivotal figure in Swedish history, best known for leading the country to independence from Denmark in the early 16th century. As the founder of the Vasa dynasty, he played a crucial role in establishing a strong centralized government in Sweden. | Gustáv Husák Gustáv Husák was a prominent Czechoslovak politician best known for serving as the President of Czechoslovakia from 1975 to 1989. He played a significant role during the period of normalization following the Prague Spring and was a key figure in maintaining the country's socialist regime under Soviet influence. | Gustav Heinemann Gustav Heinemann was a prominent German politician who served as the President of Germany from 1969 to 1974. He played a key role in shaping post-war Germany's democratic landscape and was known for his commitment to civil liberties and social justice. Before his presidency, he also served as the Minister of Justice and the Minister of the Interior. |
| Gustav III of Sweden Gustav III of Sweden was a king known for his significant cultural and political influence during the late 18th century. He is most famous for his role in the Enlightenment in Sweden, as well as for his efforts to strengthen the monarchy. His reign saw the founding of the Swedish Academy and the Royal Opera. | Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden was the King of Sweden from 1792 until his abdication in 1809. He is most famous for his reign during which Sweden lost Finland to Russia in the Finnish War. His rule ended with a coup that led to his forced abdication and exile. | Gustav Bauer Gustav Bauer was a German politician who served as Chancellor of Germany from 1919 to 1920 during the tumultuous Weimar Republic era. He played a key role in the formation of the Weimar Constitution and dealt with the challenges of post-World War I Germany. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | Boys | 2025 | #1 | — | 423 |
| Norway | Boys | 2025 | #18 | 250 | 444 |
| NA | 0 | #30 | 4 | 2,537 | |
| ID | 0 | #39 | 1 | 2,238 | |
| MT | 0 | #43 | 1 | 1,767 | |
| Sweden | Boys | 2022 | #58 | 190 | 1,509 |
| CN | 0 | #86 | 1 | 3,857 | |
| QA | 0 | #106 | 1 | 7,011 | |
| GE | Girls | 0 | #108 | 1 | 1,564 |
| PH | 0 | #110 | 1 | 5,607 | |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #113 | 402 | 7,401 |
| EE | Boys | 0 | #117 | 9 | 2,087 |
| OM | 0 | #121 | 1 | 6,215 | |
| CY | Boys | 0 | #131 | 1 | 3,473 |
| Switzerland | Boys | 2024 | #134 | 4 | 1,769 |
| ID | Boys | 0 | #134 | 2 | 4,130 |
| LT | Boys | 0 | #150 | 2 | 2,166 |
| BW | Boys | 0 | #154 | 1 | 4,685 |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #167 | 69 | 6,830 |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #172 | 3 | 3,954 |
| CZ | 0 | #175 | 11 | 3,154 | |
| MT | Boys | 0 | #178 | 2 | 4,064 |
| DK | 0 | #179 | 25 | 5,198 | |
| HR | 0 | #181 | 1 | 2,081 | |
| AE | 0 | #186 | 2 | 10,220 | |
| AR | 0 | #193 | 1 | 2,915 | |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #197 | 119 | 6,530 |
| PL | 0 | #212 | 1 | 2,600 | |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #217 | 4 | 4,970 |
| IR | 0 | #220 | 10 | 4,221 | |
| NA | Girls | 0 | #234 | 4 | 7,146 |
| EC | Boys | 0 | #244 | 3 | 3,322 |
| GH | 0 | #244 | 5 | 5,396 | |
| Austria | Boys | 0 | #251 | 215 | 2,180 |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #254 | 3 | 7,111 |
| HR | Boys | 0 | #256 | 4 | 3,997 |
| SG | 0 | #281 | 2 | 11,010 | |
| KZ | Boys | 0 | #292 | 5 | 6,578 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #302 | 2 | 7,909 |
| Canada | Boys | 2023 | #303 | 7 | 2,601 |
| AL | Boys | 0 | #303 | 1 | 5,122 |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #324 | 22 | 8,138 |
| DK | Girls | 0 | #329 | 1 | 7,429 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #330 | 2 | 9,639 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #334 | 7 | 6,459 |
| GH | Girls | 0 | #337 | 1 | 6,973 |
| CZ | Girls | 0 | #351 | 1 | 5,378 |
| PL | Girls | 0 | #363 | 2 | 5,096 |
| Finland | Boys | 0 | #365 | 63 | 2,041 |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #368 | 2 | 8,477 |
| ZA | 0 | #371 | 77 | 14,421 | |
| France | Boys | 2021 | #379 | 9 | 2,865 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #379 | 3 | 7,951 |
| Finland | Boys | 2026 | #384 | 420 | 3,552 |
| JO | Boys | 0 | #389 | 1 | 7,057 |
| YE | 0 | #398 | 1 | 8,639 | |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #406 | 3 | 11,440 |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #410 | 4 | 5,922 |
| EG | 0 | #412 | 1 | 6,387 | |
| Germany | 0 | #413 | 25 | 2,542 | |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #429 | 1 | 13,098 |
| CL | 0 | #431 | 4 | 6,867 | |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #445 | 108 | 10,162 |
| MX | 0 | #445 | 1 | 8,339 | |
| PT | Girls | 0 | #471 | 1 | 7,952 |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #475 | 9 | 7,628 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #478 | 28 | 12,621 |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #497 | 3 | 7,625 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #499 | 7 | 9,305 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #508 | 3 | 10,188 |
| CO | 0 | #509 | 2 | 7,768 | |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #523 | 1 | 11,913 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #532 | 19 | 12,054 |
| IR | Girls | 0 | #545 | 1 | 8,334 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #553 | 5 | 12,905 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #556 | 6 | 10,655 |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #560 | 1 | 11,671 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #574 | 19 | 9,244 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #592 | 405 | 5,697 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #617 | 9 | 10,983 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #630 | 672 | 25,619 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #638 | 28 | 13,390 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| LB | 0 | #690 | 1 | 13,263 | |
| IQ | Boys | 0 | #697 | 1 | 13,071 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #735 | 5 | 17,960 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #737 | 15 | 12,213 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #741 | 3 | 18,093 |
| SY | 0 | #765 | 3 | 11,684 | |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #806 | 1 | 18,755 |
| Germany | Girls | 0 | #828 | 11 | 4,949 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #857 | 22 | 14,506 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #858 | 35 | 7,044 |
| TN | 0 | #861 | 5 | 13,765 | |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #869 | 52 | 15,656 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #903 | 80 | 16,355 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #905 | 26 | 5,610 |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #905 | 47 | 5,873 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #914 | 2 | 14,098 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #918 | 1 | 17,948 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #925 | 1 | 15,035 |
| BR | Girls | 0 | #992 | 1 | 12,708 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #998 | 4 | 16,906 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,009 | 2 | 14,861 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,037 | 3 | 16,750 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,139 | 5 | 22,615 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,175 | 8 | 25,439 |
| MA | 0 | #1,193 | 7 | 20,986 | |
| DZ | 0 | #1,230 | 5 | 20,130 | |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,233 | 4 | 25,928 |
| TR | 0 | #1,250 | 5 | 19,440 | |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,395 | 77 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,688 | 4 | 28,008 |
Gustav is popular in 73 countries — most recent births per country:
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